Our pick of 15 much-loved Sunderland bakeries and pie shops to visit as we celebrate British Pie Week 2023
For British Pie Week, which runs from March 6-12, 2023, we’ve rounded up some of the city’s best bakeries and pie shops. Grab a fork and get stuck in.
5. Juliet's Deli, Sea Road
Juliet is a Fulwell legend who serves a great range of hearty pies, cakes, loaves, pastries and more. Juliet Gaughan and husband John have been trading on Sea Road for more than 20 years and are on first name terms with most of their customers. Photo: Stu Norton
6. McCoy's Bakery & Delicatessen, Chester Road
A firm favourite on Chester Road, McCoy's Bakery & Delicatessen are a one-stop shop for baked goods and cakes. Signature Sunderland snack pink slices are particularly popular at the shop, which also sells takeaway hot and cold lunches Photo: Stu Norton
7. Dicksons, High Street West
Serving pies for more than six decades, North East bakers Dicksons are a great spot for small pork pies and mince pies to family-size plate pies. They also do one of the best pease puddings around. Photo: national world
8. The Sugar Pot, Ryhope.
A lovely new addition to Ryhope, The Sugar Pot is a charming cafe selling a wide range of pies, pastries, coffees and lunches. Its window by local artist Kathryn Robertson depicts scenes of the village. Photo: Stu Norton